Volunteer Park in Hartsburg
- + Is it possible to hammock camp here?
Thanks!
Discussion started 05/29/2023 04:57 PM by Gary - 5 replies (last reply by anonymous at 06/01/2023 09:27 AM)Gary from High Point, NC on 05/29/2023 04:57 PM
Is it possible to hammock camp here?
Thanks!
Bill in Houston from Houston on 05/30/2023 12:56 PM
I have replied with a panoramic photo of the area, but it is a link, which requires approval. Ray will approve it shortly, I am sure.
Bill in Houston from Houston on 05/30/2023 01:04 PM
Looks like it. https://goo.gl/maps/Uy1U5c5pV3Sjtc81A
Anonymous on 05/31/2023 10:05 AM
This was posted two times. In the other response the indication was that hammocks were not preferred.
Bill suggests that it looks like it is possible to hammock camp in the park. Dunno, but I see a difference between something being possible and it being allowed.
When looking at the panoramic photo I see a tent between two rather large trees. Two signs in the photo near the tent...."Tent Camping Only."
Hammock camping may be possible, but it doesn't appear that it's preferred.
Bill in Houston from Houston on 06/01/2023 09:04 AM
Good point. I took "Tent Camping Only" to mean that they didn't want trailers or campervans to park there. But maybe it means that only tents are permitted.
The state, and a few other sources, also mentions the nearby American Legion ball fields as a place to camp.
American Legion Park Camping, First Street south past River Road, 573-818-8343
Anonymous on 06/01/2023 09:27 AM
Best thing I could tell anyone who asks is that the sign says "Tent Camping Only."
Vinchester Inn in Hermann
- + I have mixed thoughts on the Vin. We stayed here years ago and things were a bit different this time. We had no human contact with the staff. Codes for doors and instructions were texted and emaile...
Discussion started 05/31/2023 06:06 PM by Channabilly - 2 replies (last reply by Bill in Houston at 06/01/2023 08:51 AM)Channabilly from Channahon, IL on 05/31/2023 06:06 PM
I have mixed thoughts on the Vin. We stayed here years ago and things were a bit different this time. We had no human contact with the staff. Codes for doors and instructions were texted and emailed and everywhere they had cameras watching. Maybe it was covid aftereffects. Who knows. It just felt like some sci-fi movie or something.
Now, if you're good with that, you'll like it. First off, for Hermann, it's inexpensive. It's close to everything in the downtown district. The rooms have comfy mattresses and Keurig coffee makers. There's a secure bike storage room with a different code for entering. The lobby has filtered water and nugget ice. It's rather quaint. They even have actual keys for the rooms.
Mapmedic from KCMO on 06/01/2023 01:04 AM
I stayed there in September 2021 and did interact with staff checking in and storing my bike. Enjoyed my stay and although I’m not high maintenance I do expect things to be nice, taken care of and updated….this is why I choose nicer places to stay and pay more for that. Maybe I actually am high maintenance because on my six day cross state ride I credit card camped, but I had clean clothes, body, no ticks/mosquito bites and good rest. I would stay there again. From the previous response I recalled that this hotel also markets itself as an AirBnB and perhaps that business model is what they prefer…..I suspect this is actually the owners “small business” and maybe they need personal time since they are always at work (assuming they stay on site or nearby)
Bill in Houston from Houston on 06/01/2023 08:51 AM
Hmmm, we have had the "no human" treatment at several places. Trying to think which we like best. I'd say we definitely prefer it to some of the errr clingier hosts. But too many cameras can definitely give one the heebie jeebies. Thanks for the info!!
Good News Brewing Company in Defiance
- + Got here on a Wednesday around 5:00 and there were no customers. Ordered our food and sat down and the riders started flooding in. Nice place. Open patio with garage doors to open it up. The menu ...
Discussion started 05/31/2023 05:50 PM by Channabilly - 0 repliesChannabilly from Channahon, IL on 05/31/2023 05:50 PM
Got here on a Wednesday around 5:00 and there were no customers. Ordered our food and sat down and the riders started flooding in. Nice place. Open patio with garage doors to open it up. The menu is mostly single serve pizzas with some appetizers. Pizza choices are good. We had a classic cheese and sausage and a BBQ chicken with onions. Didn't feel like beer after riding all day so we went with soft drinks, but the beer menu looked good. Would stop here again.
Volunteer Park in Hartsburg
- + Is it possible to hammock camp here?
Thanks!
Discussion started 05/29/2023 04:57 PM by Gary - 1 reply (last reply by Michael A. Rodemeyer at 05/30/2023 06:12 PM)Gary from High Point, NC on 05/29/2023 04:57 PM
Is it possible to hammock camp here?
Thanks!
Michael A. Rodemeyer from Hartsburg Mo on 05/30/2023 06:12 PM
The gazebo is where most people camp. They just pitch their tents on the floor and seem to do well. The trees are too big, or too small to hang a hammock. I would not want you to stretch a hammock by using the side studs of the gazebo. Enjoy the floor.
Holzhauser's Bar & Grill in Portland
- + Stopped by around 1:00 on a Tuesday. It was everything I expected it to be. A dive bar with charm. Unfortunately, we got there right as a slug of riders and locals had just sat down. Two women, on...
Discussion started 05/30/2023 05:28 PM by Channabilly - 1 reply (last reply by Gary at 05/30/2023 05:44 PM)Channabilly from Channahon, IL on 05/30/2023 05:28 PM
Stopped by around 1:00 on a Tuesday. It was everything I expected it to be. A dive bar with charm. Unfortunately, we got there right as a slug of riders and locals had just sat down. Two women, one of whom may have been helping cook as well, struggled mightily to keep up with the rush. It took us almost an hour to get our food as it came out of the kitchen in small batches of 2-4 baskets at a crack, but this is the two edged sword of small town local cookery. I'll admit to getting a bit ticked off as we burned daylight, but in the end, we had a great pork tenderloin and grilled cheese with sides of beer battered cheese curds that were fantastic. We will definately stop there again next time through.
Gary from Near Tebbetts on 05/30/2023 05:44 PM
Good things come to those that wait.
Katy Junction B&B in Pilot Grove
- + Katy Junction B/B Jerry has a very nice place clean, relaxing a place that makes you feel like you’re home, a place across the street to eat very friendly people. I myself highly recommend Katy Juncti...
Discussion started 05/26/2023 09:12 AM by Jim - 2 replies (last reply by Bill in Houston at 05/30/2023 01:04 PM)Jim from Springdale ar on 05/26/2023 09:12 AM
Katy Junction B/B Jerry has a very nice place clean, relaxing a place that makes you feel like you’re home, a place across the street to eat very friendly people. I myself highly recommend Katy Junction B/B if I venture, back to Pilot Grove, I would definitely check with Jerry He’s a very friendly and knowledgeable guy. You will learn a lot about the trail from him. Thank you Jerry for the hospitality and the great breakfast.??
Anonymous on 05/26/2023 11:36 AM
...a place across the street to eat very friendly people.
Who da thought?
Bill in Houston from Houston on 05/30/2023 01:04 PM
I thought the ribeye at Deon's tasted...different. :)
Ticks this year?
- + Hi, curious if anyone has noticed any ticks after riding yet this year?
We rode it in late July last year and it was surprisingly light on ticks AND mosquitoes, but I know each year can be different...
Discussion started 05/25/2023 02:46 PM by Adam - 8 replies (last reply by Michael A. Rodemeyer at 05/28/2023 06:27 PM)Adam from KC on 05/25/2023 02:46 PM
Hi, curious if anyone has noticed any ticks after riding yet this year?
We rode it in late July last year and it was surprisingly light on ticks AND mosquitoes, but I know each year can be different.
Anonymous on 05/25/2023 04:26 PM
Not after riding on the Katy, but after fishing in northwest Missouri a few days ago.
It's time.
Gary from Near Tebbetts on 05/25/2023 05:06 PM
We live about 100 yards off the Katy. My grandson and I got ticks just being out on our deck. I’m guessing the raccoons are bringing them up on our deck. Never happened before so I’d have to say the ticks are going to be bad this year.
Marna from Boonville on 05/25/2023 05:21 PM
We live ON the Katy Trail. Ticks here seem bad this year. HOWEVER!~ If you stay on the trail, use facilities at the Trail Heads, you should be fine.
David A from Alameda, CA on 05/25/2023 06:31 PM
Just got off the trail on a 2 wk RT. I got one tick that hadn't bitten & my brother had none. He's a mosquito magnetic & was not bothered by them either. That being said, we stayed on the trail, avoided tall grasses, pre-sprayed clothing with repellent, didn't camp, etc. Was a big concern pre-trip.
Michael A. Rodemeyer from Hartsburg Mo on 05/26/2023 04:42 PM
SO FAR THIS YEAR ABOUT 50-60 TICKS HAVE TRIED TO CARRY NY WIFE OFF. TO SAY THIS IS A BAD TICK YEAT IS AN UBDERSTATEMENT. ALTHOUGH HUNTING FOR TICKS CAN BE FUN WE WOULD RATHER NOT.
Anonymous on 05/26/2023 07:58 PM
Noticed any side effects of the Hartsburg tics?
Jerry from Belleville on 05/27/2023 09:54 AM
Anonymous. That's comedy gold!
Michael A. Rodemeyer from Hartsburg Mo on 05/28/2023 06:27 PM
I have noticed that my wife creeps up on me more than usual and deet won't stop her. Seriously whether they are Hartsburg ticks or others please prepare yourself. I'll continue to fight off my problem.
Holiday Inn Express in Sedalia
- + Modern design. Can't be very old at all. The room had a large number of outlets and USB charging outlets. Everything was clean and worked well. Awesome shower with lots of water pressure. Breakfa...
Discussion started 05/28/2023 04:14 AM by Channabilly - 2 replies (last reply by TC at 05/28/2023 05:51 PM)Channabilly from Channahon, IL on 05/28/2023 04:14 AM
Modern design. Can't be very old at all. The room had a large number of outlets and USB charging outlets. Everything was clean and worked well. Awesome shower with lots of water pressure. Breakfast was standard H I Express fare; eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, etc.
Caution... there is no easy path there from the equestrian trailhead at the fair grounds. Busy road, no shoulders.
Deby from Dallas on 05/28/2023 07:38 AM
I would just want to encourage anyone riding the trail and overnighting in Sedalia to seriously consider the Hotel Bothwell. It is such an amazing experience, and I think can hold up to any other hotel in cleanliness, good beds and pillows, probably as good or better breakfast, (bathroom is the only thing that wont easily compare to a shiny new hotel - they are all pretty small - but clean and updated for sure), VERY bike friendly, easy access to trail...and we are doing our part in helping to keep this wonderful, historic icon alive.
TC from Tucson on 05/28/2023 05:51 PM
Could not agree more concerning the Hotel Bothwell! It's a treasure for Katy adventurers.
Riding from KC to STL this summer- late July / early August
- + Hey everyone. Looking to ride from KC to STL this summer, starting in late July. Yes, I know it will be hot. Looking for any advice or tips, things to be aware of. I plan to camp most of the time. Any...
Discussion started 05/27/2023 09:41 PM by Steve - 2 replies (last reply by anonymous at 05/28/2023 03:22 PM)Steve from Carbondale Illinois on 05/27/2023 09:41 PM
Hey everyone. Looking to ride from KC to STL this summer, starting in late July. Yes, I know it will be hot. Looking for any advice or tips, things to be aware of. I plan to camp most of the time. Anyone do wild camping along the trail? I am traveling alone and camp light. I have a tent and hammock, and leave no trace. Let me know if anyone else is interested in some or all of this. It would be nice to ride with someone else for portions of it.
Mapmedic from KCMO on 05/28/2023 03:06 AM
I did a similar ride in September 2021 although I did not camp. I appreciated the leave no trace part and suggest you spend a few minutes googling how to protect tree trunks from hammock damage as it can permanently harm a tree. I will include a link to one way Philmont uses for tree protection from bear bag ropes. They have massive experience with this LNT principle. Also including a link to the route I took which included crossing the Mississippi by ferry. If you’re on Facebook the group Fans of the Katy Trail is the largest of the Katy groups and full of helpful and timely info. It’s a private group so you’ll have to request to join. This site is great, but response is slow and a fraction of what the other source can provide.
https://strava.app.link/p3xcy9QcaAb
https://philmont.fandom.com/wiki/Bear_Bags
Anonymous on 05/28/2023 03:22 PM
Wild camping along the trail is against the law.
Camping is allowed in private campgrounds as well as some city parks as allowed.
Hampton Inn in Clinton
- + Nice hotel. Bike friendly and accommodating. Got there early and they hurried to finish cleaning a first floor room for us while we waited in the lobby. The room was clean but a little tight with t...
Discussion started 05/26/2023 04:47 PM by Channabilly - 0 repliesChannabilly from Channahon, IL on 05/26/2023 04:47 PM
Nice hotel. Bike friendly and accommodating. Got there early and they hurried to finish cleaning a first floor room for us while we waited in the lobby. The room was clean but a little tight with two bikes and panniers. Breakfast had standard Hampton fare; waffles, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs and bacon. Several restaurants and a Walmart within walking distance and the ride to the trailhead was easy and not busy.
Wagon Wheel Cafe in Windsor
- + A great little homestyle diner. Got there after 11:00 and it was slow, but it got busy around noon with the locals and we could see why Service was pleasant and attentive. I had a pork tenderloin s...
Discussion started 05/26/2023 04:41 PM by Channabilly - 0 repliesChannabilly from Channahon, IL on 05/26/2023 04:41 PM
A great little homestyle diner. Got there after 11:00 and it was slow, but it got busy around noon with the locals and we could see why Service was pleasant and attentive. I had a pork tenderloin sandwich that hung over the sides of the texas toast bun with a mound of fries i couldnt finish and the wife had a huge chicken bacon ranch salad. Everything was great. Took our picture for their upcoming map of places riders are from. Definately a place to stop at again on our next trip.
Casino in Boonville,MO
- + Hello,
Has anybody stayed at the casino in Boonville?
Do they allow bikes in the rooms?
Thank you!
Discussion started 05/25/2023 08:44 PM by Billy - 1 reply (last reply by Jim at 05/26/2023 07:04 AM)Billy from OKC on 05/25/2023 08:44 PM
Hello,
Has anybody stayed at the casino in Boonville?
Do they allow bikes in the rooms?
Thank you!
Jim from Arvada CO on 05/26/2023 07:04 AM
I stayed at the casino and they were very bike friendly. I have a recumbent trike and they gave me a room for wheel chairs that fit through the doors. My trike went right in with me. As with most casinos, the food was good with great choices.
The Pour Poet in Windsor
- + New cafe lovingly renovated by Kelly & Donovan Thompson to it's Edwardian period roots. It also doubles as a book & antique shop. We came on a bake day that offers deserts & pastries. We found it has ...
Discussion started 05/25/2023 08:24 PM by David A - 0 repliesDavid A from Alameda, CA on 05/25/2023 08:24 PM
New cafe lovingly renovated by Kelly & Donovan Thompson to it's Edwardian period roots. It also doubles as a book & antique shop. We came on a bake day that offers deserts & pastries. We found it has caught on with the locals as well & can sell out. We got the last piece of pie!
A real upgrade to this town & they have future plans to expand it further. We really enjoyed chatting with Kelly & the locals. So much fun!
Rowdy Rooster in Marthasville
- + Nice, newly renovated cafe worth checking out. Doesn't seem to be on the Trip Planner yet, but on Google Maps. I had the cornmeal pancakes with a berry compote which was very good. My brother had chic...
Discussion started 05/25/2023 07:28 PM by David A - 0 repliesDavid A from Alameda, CA on 05/25/2023 07:28 PM
Nice, newly renovated cafe worth checking out. Doesn't seem to be on the Trip Planner yet, but on Google Maps. I had the cornmeal pancakes with a berry compote which was very good. My brother had chicken & waffles, also very good. Will satisfy foodies & cyclists who want a hearty meal to start the day's ride. Great service, too!
Katy Junction B&B in Pilot Grove
- + This was my first time on Katy Trail but I was biking with some seasoned Katy Trail riders. They had booked with Jerry before and knew it to be a great place to stay. Jerry was a wonderful host, who...
Discussion started 09/19/2022 01:50 PM by Sharon - 2 replies (last reply by David A at 05/25/2023 06:50 PM)Sharon from Lawton, ok on 09/19/2022 01:50 PM
This was my first time on Katy Trail but I was biking with some seasoned Katy Trail riders. They had booked with Jerry before and knew it to be a great place to stay. Jerry was a wonderful host, who not only fed us well, washed and stored our bikes, but also entertained us with some great stories. Highly recommend Katy Junction B&B.
Marc from El Cajon, CA on 05/24/2023 06:57 PM
My brother and I stayed at the Katy Junction B&B for one night on our trek east on the trail. Jerry was super kind and very accommodating! We arrived after a couple of hours of riding in the rain - he made us a cocktail, cleaned up our bikes for us and stored them in the garage, and made sure we were comfortable in the house. He also made us a nice breakfast before leaving in the morning. The price was very reasonable and the hospitality was fabulous. It's worth a stay! Thank you Jerry!
David A from Alameda, CA on 05/25/2023 06:50 PM
I third Jerry & Katy Junction B&B.
Had a great time at Jerry's & it's everything you'd want in a B&B. It's super clean & charming inside. We opted for dinner & glad we did. To top it off, Jerry's a great cook. He made a salad just picked out of his garden, pork chops, & a nice desert topped with fresh fruit. Jerry's the type of guy that enjoys his guests & will give the shirt off his back if you're in need. Can't say enough.
El Camino Real in Clinton
- + Good food. Nothing to knock socks off, but good Mexican food none the less. Service was fast. The food arrived ed before we polished off half a basket of very good chips and salsa. The margaritas ...
Discussion started 05/25/2023 06:41 PM by Channabilly - 0 repliesChannabilly from Channahon, IL on 05/25/2023 06:41 PM
Good food. Nothing to knock socks off, but good Mexican food none the less. Service was fast. The food arrived ed before we polished off half a basket of very good chips and salsa. The margaritas were very heavy on the tequila so we couldn't finish the 22oz drinks before we were starting to spin.
Initial seating was right next to a table listening to a ball game on their phones. Wait staff quickly repeated us to a quieter place with no complaints. Everyone was polite and attentive.
Most beautiful Katy segment?
- + I’d like to start this discussion again. I vote for McCittrick to Treolar. Combination of the forest and the views of the Missouri. What does everyone else think?
Discussion started 05/24/2023 05:38 PM by Gary and his Stumpjumper - 2 replies (last reply by Hank at 05/24/2023 09:17 PM)Gary and his Stumpjumper from KCMO on 05/24/2023 05:38 PM
I’d like to start this discussion again. I vote for McCittrick to Treolar. Combination of the forest and the views of the Missouri. What does everyone else think?
Joey Los from McKittrick on 05/24/2023 07:23 PM
Indeed that is a beautiful section and an easy days ride. Stay at Joeys Birdhouse and ride East one day and West the next it’s beautiful in both directions!
Hank from Washington on 05/24/2023 09:17 PM
My favorite section of the Katy is the stretch around Nona, MM70 or thereabouts. But this is personal preference. I still say Rocheport is the "capitol" of the Katy Trail and the sections immediately east and west of there are where I would take a visitor from out of state.
I was on the Katy the last few days. It's in great shape and even in the heat of the afternoon it is comfortable. If you haven't been out there recently you are missing out. Gorgeous!
Defiance to Kirkwood
- + Are these directions from the Katy to Kirkwood Amtrak station still current?
https://bikekatytrail.com/kirkwood.aspx
Can anyone speak to a recent experience riding such a route? Was it fairly safe?
...
Discussion started 04/23/2023 11:17 AM by Gary from KC - 5 replies (last reply by Mark at 05/24/2023 07:56 PM)Gary from KC on 04/23/2023 11:17 AM
Are these directions from the Katy to Kirkwood Amtrak station still current?
https://bikekatytrail.com/kirkwood.aspx
Can anyone speak to a recent experience riding such a route? Was it fairly safe?
Thanks. We have tickets (with bicycles) on a Wednesday morning. Will be in defiance the night before.
Mark from Lee's Summit on 04/23/2023 06:25 PM
In my opinion, the route that I linked below is the best to get from the Katy Trail, across the Missouri River on the 40 Hwy/I-64 bridge, and to the Kirkwood Amtrak station. The key to the route is to get to Clayton Road where there is a nice sidewalk for a mile before it turns into nice paved trail which then gets you near Kirkwood. Once you get to Kirkwood, there is a nice bike lane heading south and then you can use the residential sidestreets that I mapped out to get to the train station.
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=1g3mKDxZ4Dz7hIUq1qvJf2qm0nloQIosI&usp=sharing
Let me know if you have any questions about the route.
Mark from Lee's Summit on 04/23/2023 06:36 PM
I will say that you are going to have to get up really early in the morning in Defiance to catch the morning train in Kirkwood. You will be with the morning commuter traffic for a couple of miles while you are cutting through Chesterfield (the mall cut through shouldn't be bad at least), but once you get across Hwy. 141 and reach Clayton Road, the route should be pretty nice and relaxing. The map also incorrectly shows a zig-zag double-back crossing at I-64, you don't have to do that, but that is how Google Maps shows getting off of the paved levy trail and crossing I-64 at Boone's Crossing. I don't know what your expected average speed is, but you may be looking at leaving Defiance by 4 A.M. in order to make sure that you have plenty of time to catch the morning Kirkwood train.
John from Pacific on 04/24/2023 06:34 AM
You would have an easier ride and less concern about catching the train by riding back west past Augusta and taking Augusta Bottoms rd to Hwy 47, crossing the Hwy 47 bridge into Washington and catching the train there. The new bridge has a dedicated pedestrian/bicycle lane.
Gary and his Stumpjumper from KCMO on 05/24/2023 05:07 PM
Thanks! We are on the 3:34 train now heading back to our car in Sedalia. We love riding the Katy and hate riding in traffic, but the route was perfect. Watch out for the dead-end sign on Salt Mill road. There’s a little passage way, perfect for a bike.
Mark from Lee's Summit on 05/24/2023 07:56 PM
Glad the directions to Kirkwood worked out for you! The secret "not dead end street" at Salt Mill Road and the nice bike trail along Clayton Road are routes that almost nobody knows about but are great ways to stay out of traffic heading to the Kirkwood train station.
H. S. Clay House (Augusta)
- + H.S. Clay house is a great place to stay. 4 of us fat guys stayed there June 2nd 2009. The owners Allan and Lee were great. Allan is a European trained chief who made great chocolate chip cookies when...
Discussion started 06/04/2009 11:02 AM by Brian - 1 reply (last reply by Marc at 05/24/2023 07:01 PM)Brian from Olathe, KS on 06/04/2009 11:02 AM
H.S. Clay house is a great place to stay. 4 of us fat guys stayed there June 2nd 2009. The owners Allan and Lee were great. Allan is a European trained chief who made great chocolate chip cookies when we got there. Their was a chocolate in our individual rooms with a glass of Port wine. Later we got in the hot tub and had some welcome punch which is an mixed wine type drink, very good. Slept like a baby and breakfast was amazing. If you are in Augusta on bike, or with wife I highly recommend staying here.
Brian from Olathe, KS on 06/04/2009 11:02 AM
H.S. Clay house is a great place to stay. 4 of us fat guys stayed there June 2nd 2009. The owners Allan and Lee were great. Allan is a European trained chief who made great chocolate chip cookies when we got there. Their was a chocolate in our individual rooms with a glass of Port wine. Later we got in the hot tub and had some welcome punch which is an mixed wine type drink, very good. Slept like a baby and breakfast was amazing. If you are in Augusta on bike, or with wife I highly recommend staying here.
Marc from El Cajon, CA on 05/24/2023 07:01 PM
H. S. Clay House is a fabulous B&B. We arrived after our longest day on the bike (80 miles) to a super comfortable and ultra-equipped house! The hostess was very kind and did anything we needed to be comfortable. The place has a pool, hot tub, fire pit, tabletop shuffleboard, snacks, drinks, sitting rooms, comfortable beds... I could go on and on. It's very beautiful, very well maintained, and the hospitality was amazing. I highly recommend the H. S. Clay House!
Marc from El Cajon, CA on 05/24/2023 07:01 PM
H. S. Clay House is a fabulous B&B. We arrived after our longest day on the bike (80 miles) to a super comfortable and ultra-equipped house! The hostess was very kind and did anything we needed to be comfortable. The place has a pool, hot tub, fire pit, tabletop shuffleboard, snacks, drinks, sitting rooms, comfortable beds... I could go on and on. It's very beautiful, very well maintained, and the hospitality was amazing. I highly recommend the H. S. Clay House!
- + Is there a bike trail from the KT to the Amtrak at Washington?
Discussion started 05/15/2022 12:52 PM by S & J - 3 replies (last reply by Adam at 05/24/2023 03:37 PM)S & J on 05/15/2022 12:52 PM
Is there a bike trail from the KT to the Amtrak at Washington?
Michele from St louis on 05/22/2022 05:27 AM
No bike trail from Katy to Washington.
Take the Katy to Augusta Bottoms Road. Take Augusta Bottoms for a couple miles and this will take you to Hwy 47, a short ride on the shoulder you will find a bike path that will take you under the road/bridge and to a separated bike lane on the bridge. After you get off the bridge take a right to downtown area and the Amtrak station.
Augusta Bottoms is the road crossing right before or after Dutzow depending on which direction you are travelling. It starts out paved but turns to gravel usually it is not rough riding.
You can also take Hwy94 on the shoulder from Dutzow to Hwy47 on to the bridge into Washington, busy roads with fast moving traffic but doable.
Gary and his Stumpjumper from KCMO on 05/24/2023 08:09 AM
We found the Augusta Bottom road very dangerous. We rode it from Washington to the Katy at about 4 pm. We were passed by about 30 cars from both directions, including large trucks. All kicked up dust, making it impossible for the next car to see us.
Adam from KC on 05/24/2023 03:37 PM
Augusta Bottoms Road is always a low point on the Katy journey for us. It's got sizable gravel chunks, like mini boulders in places, that cause my bike wheels to slip. The road is also a bit slanty, and as others mentioned, full of gigantic trucks with no regard for cyclists.
I might take my chances on the shoulder of the main highway from Dutzow Deli in towards Washington next time around. It's a longer duration to be on the road, but it might not be as white knuckle.